New Director Joins the Board at Red Kite Radio

We are thrilled to share some fantastic station news: Paul Nicholas has joined the board of Red Kite Radio as a director.

Paul has been a valued presenter with us for two and a half years, and now steps into this new role bringing a huge amount of leadership experience. He is a retired HR Director for a locally based international company and has also worked as an HR Consultant.

His broadcasting roots run deep too, as a founder member and presenter on Hospital Radio Bedford. We are absolutely delighted to welcome Paul to the board and look forward to this exciting next chapter.

Annette Luck at Thame Barns Centre Community Lunch

Our own Annette Luck was out and about in the community today at the Thame Barns Centre Community Lunch. It was a wonderful opportunity to catch up with local residents, talk to the organisers, and capture some great moments.

The Community Lunch brings people together for good food and great company. Annette was delighted to be part of it, taking pictures and chatting with everyone. Entertainment was provided by the Thame and Haddenham Pop Choir, led by pianist Ian.

Annette will be talking about the event and the wonderful work they do on her Saturday Breakfast Show. You can see all the photos from the event in our gallery.

New Weekday Breakfast & Sunday Brunch Line-Up

We’ve refreshed our morning schedule with a new weekday breakfast and Sunday Brunch line-up. Chris Townsend now presents Red Kite Breakfast every weekday, Monday to Friday from 7:00am to 10:00am, bringing you great music, local news and everything you need to start the day.

Juanita Hughes has moved to a brand new slot, hosting Sunday Brunch every Sunday from 10:00am to 1:00pm with her trademark warmth, stories and “Why ever not?” attitude. You can see the full, updated line-up on our Schedule and Presenters pages.

Red Kite Radio Christmas Party

Red Kite Radio’s annual Christmas gathering was a little bit different this year – we usually go out for a meal in a restaurant, but this year Breakfast Show host Juanita Hughes and her husband James generously invited us into their beautiful home for a festive evening of food, fun and games.

After enjoying a spectacular feast of salmon and gammon followed by a multitude of naughty puddings, guests attempted to guess who the famous people were on a picture board. Newsreader Anne Robinson won a Terry’s Chocolate Orange for her magnificent score of 29 ½ out of 36.

Princes Risborough Christmas Lights: Annette Luck Captures the Night

We were out and about for the Christmas Lights Switch-On in Princes Risborough. Our very own presenter Annette Luck took a festive stroll through the High Street, soaking up the atmosphere and snapping photos across the evening. From sparkling displays and live music to happy families enjoying the ice rink and Santa’s Grotto, it was a brilliant community celebration.

The event ran from 3pm–6pm, with live performances at the Market House, the Ellesborough Silver Band playing along the High Street, and a special switch-on in the final hour. With the ice rink back, Santa’s Grotto open, and plenty of local food and festive entertainment, the town was buzzing with Christmas cheer.

Thame Christmas Lights Switch-On 2025

Celebrate the start of the festive season in Thame with an evening full of music, lights and brilliant local stalls. Enjoy street food from Bokkie, Gyro World, The Jerk Box, OMG Streetfood, Oh So Dough, AKR Pizza and more, plus sweet treats from Patisserie Sheree and crepes from the Thame & District Twinning Association. Warm up with mulled wine from the Rotary Club, visit the MYCASO bar for festive drinks, or grab a S’mores Hot Chocolate from Emily’s Coffee.

There’s loads to explore across community and charity stalls too, including BBOWT, Thame Inner Wheel, Plastic Free Thame, Sobell House Hospice Charity, Thame Church, TVAA and other local makers and groups. Bring the family, soak up the atmosphere and enjoy the countdown to Christmas in the heart of our community.

🎃 The Spooky Story of Halloween: From Ancient Celts to Modern Britain

As October 31st approaches, Red Kite Radio explores the fascinating journey of Halloween from its ancient Celtic roots to becoming one of Britain's most beloved celebrations. What started as the Celtic festival of Samhain (pronounced "sow-in") over 2,000 years ago has transformed into the spook-tacular celebration we know and love today!

Congratulations to Our Dung Beatles Winner - Sue Carter!

What a fantastic night it was! Our competition winner Sue Carter and her friend Dinah had an absolutely brilliant evening at the Aylesbury Waterside Theatre last night, watching The Dung Beatles deliver an outstanding performance to a packed house.

The legendary tribute band treated the sold-out audience to complete live performances of both the iconic "Help!" and "Rubber Soul" albums, celebrating their 60th anniversaries in spectacular style. Sue and Dinah were thrilled with the show, describing it as "pure Beatles magic from start to finish!"

🎸 A huge thank you to everyone who entered our competition and congratulations once again to Sue for winning those coveted tickets through Howard Bond's Mid Morning Show. Keep listening to Red Kite Radio for more exciting competitions and giveaways coming soon!

Sunday Brunch with Juanita Hughes

Join Juanita Hughes for the perfect Sunday Brunch companion! Broadcasting every Sunday from 10:00am to 1:00pm, Juanita brings her infectious energy and warm personality to your late Sunday morning. From her fascinating journey from Scotland to Haddenham, via the British Embassy in Washington and charity work in Eswatini, Juanita has stories that will captivate and inspire you.

Whether she's sharing her latest bongo beats, discussing her fudge business adventures, or simply brightening your day with great music and conversation, Juanita's show is the ideal way to ease into the rest of your Sunday. Her motto "Why ever not?" perfectly captures the spirit of adventure and positivity she brings to Red Kite Radio!

Red Kite Breakfast with Chris Townsend

Wake up every weekday with Chris Townsend's Red Kite Breakfast show! Broadcasting Monday to Friday from 7:00am to 10:00am, Chris delivers the perfect blend of energizing music, local news updates, and engaging conversation to kickstart your day. With his warm personality and years of broadcasting experience, Chris brings professional expertise to the breakfast slot. Whether you're getting ready for work or enjoying a leisurely morning, tune in for great music, community updates, and Chris's infectious enthusiasm that sets the tone for a fantastic day ahead.

Annette Luck Represents Red Kite Radio at Kop Hill Climb

Our very own Annette Luck was out and about today representing Red Kite Radio at the thrilling Kop Hill Climb event in Princes Risborough on Saturday 20th September. This exciting motorsport event brings together classic car enthusiasts and speed demons alike for a day of high-octane action on the famous hill climb course.

Annette was there to soak up the atmosphere, meet fellow motorsport fans, and capture the excitement of this fantastic local event...

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Annette was there to soak up the atmosphere, meet fellow motorsport fans, and capture the excitement of this fantastic local event. The Kop Hill Climb is a beloved fixture in the local calendar, attracting participants and spectators from across Buckinghamshire and beyond. It's wonderful to see our Red Kite Radio family getting involved in these brilliant community events that bring people together and celebrate our local area.

A special thanks goes to Adam in the picture above who was guiding the traffic for both Saturday and Sunday, also a thank you to Sarah Wyatt Pringle and her husband who help out with the kids soapbox and are pictured together in our gallery, and of course not forgetting Mr Lollipop Man helping with the traffic control.

Clive Wagerfield's MG TF at Kop Hill

Clive and his son taking the MG TF for a spin

Clive's ex-competition MG TF (click to enlarge)

Our presenter Clive Wagerfield shared these wonderful moments of him and his son with his ex-competition MG TF at the event - thanks for letting us showcase your beautiful car and special father-son moment, Clive!

Keep an eye out for more coverage of local events like this - we love being part of the community and sharing these special moments with all our listeners!

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Lady Presenters' Catch-Up at Haddenham Garden Center

Some of our wonderful lady presenters recently got together for a lovely catch-up and natter at Haddenham Garden Center. Pictured from top left: Maggie G, Heather Jan Brunt, Juanita Hughes, Anne Robinson and Sally Russo. Thank you Anne for organising this wonderful catchup! It's always great to see our team connecting outside the studio and strengthening the bonds that make Red Kite Radio such a special place. These informal meetups help foster the community spirit that our listeners love so much!